11 Cool things to check out at the 2026 Canadian International AutoShow

It's that time of year again, the Canadian International Autos Show (CIAS) is back! Running from Friday, February 13, to Sunday, February 22 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre in Toronto, the show features some exciting new exhibitions and some incredible attractions, so here is your definitive guide to what's worth checking out.

Exotica Tour

The auto show always goes out of its way to bring some rare exotics to downtown Toronto, and this year is no different. McLaren is the highlight brand with the display featuring the new McLaren W1 hypercar, shown in tandem with its two famous predecessors, McLaren F1 and P1.

AutoTrader Booth

This year, AutoTrader is a proud sponsor of the Canadian International AutoShow. Come visit our booth for a chance to win hockey swag, NHL gift cards, and even tickets to an NHL game! On Family Day, there will also be a meet and greet with NHL Hall of Famer Doug Gilmour. Our booth is located at F-300-3 at the top of the escalators in the North Hall.

The Vault

If high-end performance cars are to your taste, then The Vault is the place to be. The exhibit has always showcased some extraordinarily unique vehicles, and 2026 is no different with Lamborghinis, Ferraris, Bugattis, and Koenigsegg's that you’d never see anywhere but here on prominent display.

TD EV Test Track

The TD EV Test Track returns for 2026 providing attendees with the opportunity to drive a wide variety of the newest and most advanced electric vehicles (EVs) on offer, guided by professionals on an indoor test course.

Camp Jeep

Another returning attraction is Camp Jeep. This is an indoor off-road obstacle-filled track that's as impressive as a roller coaster that show goers can ride with one of Jeep’s off-road experts behind the wheel. The camp is a showcase the brand’s legendary off-road capabilities, and it's a whole bunch of fun.

Lego

Lego always brings one full-sized replica of an actual car assembled with building blocks, and this year the featured car is a flashy 1950s pink Cadillac convertible. This model is not based on one specific car but takes inspiration from various 1950s Cadillac models. This full-size model is fully functional, riding on an EV drivetrain, and is composed of over 418,000 LEGO pieces that took over 4,000 hours to assemble.

Oblivion

The Oblivion Car & Culture Show has been running since 2018 and focuses on everything from the 1980s and 1990s. The show’s organizers have brought a handful of cars to CIAS to give attendees a taste of the nostalgia they can expect at Oblivion’s show. Highlights include a Lamborghini Diablo, a Ferrari 308, and a Ford RS 200, but the showstopper might be the “Ectomobile” from the Ghostbusters movie franchise.

Hot Wheels

Another returning exhibit from previous years is Hot Wheels, showcasing full-size versions of Hot Wheels cars, not to mention a massive shop with a wide selection of Hot Wheels models to take home.

Cobble Beach Classics

The Cobble Beach Concours d’Elegance curates some of the best-kept and rarest classic vehicles on earth. Eight vehicles will be showcased at the Canadian International Auto Show, including one of the first cars ever manufactured in Toronto, 1906 Russell Model B, as well as the iconic BMW Alpina Z8 Roadster, and the Mercedes 300SL Gullwing.

Micro Cars

Sometimes it's good to think small, and this exhibit you have a chance to see a rare collection of quirky European and Japanese microcars that were never sold in North America. If you consider a Fiat 500 small, wait until you see this collection of tiny automotive oddballs.

Grand Touring Automobiles

Grand Touring Automobiles is a retailer specializing in high-end exotic and luxury brands. This year, they’re highlighting the show with some of the world’s fastest and rarest production cars, such as the Aston Martin Valkyrie, Bugatti Mistral, and Koenigsegg Jesko.